🎃 Halloween Party Fun at Parkside House School 👻

Our Halloween celebrations at Parkside House School were nothing short of spooktacular! Pupils fully embraced the fun of the day, taking part in a wide range of exciting activities designed not only to entertain, but also to build confidence, encourage teamwork, and support emotional wellbeing.

Throughout the day, pupils enjoyed:

🍏 Apple bobbing – full of laughter and friendly competition
🎃 Pumpkin picking and carving – encouraging creativity and fine motor skills
🕵️ An offsite pumpkin scavenger hunt – promoting teamwork, communication, and community engagement
✂️ Halloween arts and crafts – offering a calming space for self-expression
🕺 Just Dance sessions – boosting energy, movement, and confidence
🧛 Fancy dress competition – with pupils proudly showcasing their spooky, funny, and imaginative costumes

The excitement was clear throughout the school, with one pupil saying, “I love being able to dress up!” while another enthusiastically summed up the day with, “This has been mint!”

🌟 A Positive Impact on Our Pupils

The Halloween event had a significant positive impact on our pupils’ social and emotional development. Activities such as the scavenger hunt and group games helped pupils build trust and communication skills, while creative sessions supported emotional expression and regulation. Many pupils reported feeling more confident, connected, and proud of their achievements by the end of the day.

Moments of laughter, teamwork, and shared success helped to strengthen the sense of community and belonging within the school, reinforcing our commitment to creating positive, memorable experiences that help our pupils grow both socially and emotionally.

🎉 We are incredibly proud of how our pupils engaged with the day, and we look forward to many more events that bring joy, confidence, and togetherness to Parkside House School.